Tomball Termite Control
Most homeowners do not know know they have a termite issue until long after the colony has been established. Termites can go undetected for many years, destroying the home in the process. We have hundreds of customers we visit regularly for general pest control. Each home is inspected for termites during these scheduled visits. Termites on many occasions will tunnel up the foundation in thin shelter tubes. These shelter, or mud tubes are termite roadways into your home. Termite damage is caused by the workers in the caste. These workers are very tiny (6mm), but several million members could occupy a single colony.
Termite damage is very costly
Every year termites cause billions of dollars a year in the U.S alone. No matter the age of your home, where it’s located, or it’s construction type, it’s still susceptible to a termite attack. To the homeowner, this could mean thousands of dollars in restoration and repair expenses. There’s a high probability you’ll never see any termite activity until the damage is done.
Evidence of termite activity
Even when termite damage is visible, it can still go undetected. What are some of the things we may see when we have termites? Or a question I get often is, “How do I know if I have termites?” Here’s a few tips:
- Shelter tubes along foundation.
- Sheetrock bubbling
- Baseboards brittle.
- Tiny holes in sheetrock.
- Wings on the ground and or window sill.
- Window sill damage.
- Small black winged insects in or around the home February through May.
- Door jam damage.
How do termites get to my home?
Every year termite swarmers will leave existing colonies and attempt to start new ones. These swarmers are called allates or reproductives, these swarms typically occur in the spring. Many winged termite reproductives will fall to predators during swarm season. However, many will reach their destination which many times are neighboring homes. These swarmers or reproductives are often mistaken for flying ants. There’s a clear distinction between the two with a closer look.
What do I do if I have termites?
Call a reputable termite professional to inspect the home. If termites have been confirmed, what type of termites are they? Positive identification of termite species type is crucial to determining the proper treatment approach.
What type of chemicals are used?
There are many products available to pest control professionals. One of the best products available for termites is Termidor.
Does Termidor kill them right away?
Termidor begins working immediately. It’s a non-repllant chemical applied around the foundation of your home. A trench is filled with Termidor and filled back in. Termites are social insects. Termidor exposes the social behavior of the insect. Being a non-repellant, the termites move through the treated soil. Their bodies become a toxic transport that is shared with the rest of the colony.
How much does a termite treatment cost?
Termite treatments can vary depending upon the linear footage of the home. We will measure the home at no charge and supply you with a same day estimate.
I'm building a new home and need a termite treatment:
When the home is in the dried in stage (exterior walls and roof), it’s ready for a BoraCare wood application. BoraCare is applied directly to the wood, sill plates and plumbing penetrations. Traditional soil treatments prior to construction are no longer necessary.